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Hot take: I was at the library in Springfield yesterday and saw something that made me rethink how we find answers.
I watched a teenager ask the librarian a question about fixing a bike chain, and instead of just pointing to a book, she pulled out her phone and showed him a video tutorial right there. It made me realize we often go straight to the internet for everything, but maybe the best 'ask anything' spot is still a person who knows how to look. Do you think places like libraries are still the best starting point for random questions, or is that just old school?
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skyler_white956mo ago
Totally agree with @seth_carr. I'd probably try to fix the bike chain myself and end up needing a whole new bike.
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margaret_flores176mo ago
Wait, the librarian just had the right video ready to go? @seth_carr is right, that's some next level help.
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seth_carr6mo ago
Start by asking a librarian for help with anything, even if you think it's not a book question. They are trained to find information in all kinds of places, not just on shelves. I've seen them pull up local repair guides, find free community workshops, and yes, even find the right video faster than I could scroll through ads. That human filter saves you from the junk online.
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